Question 1

By removing a section of the vas deferens, a vasectomy prevents pregnancy by

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A)   inhibiting spermatogenesis.
B)   blocking sperm from leaving the male reproductive tract.
C)   inhibiting ejaculation.
D)   impairing seminal vesicle function.
E)   inhibiting testosterone secretion.F) A) and B)
G) A) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following is most likely to decrease the number of abortions performed in the United States?

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A)   Limiting federal funding for abortion
B)   Improving access to and education about contraception
C)   Mandating abstinence-only sex education
D)   Restricting access to Plan B
E)   Establishing parental consent lawsF) B) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 3

Briefly describe some of the research in progress dedicated to new contraceptive methods.

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Research in the field of contraception i...

Question 4

In medieval times, herbal preparations were often used for the purpose of _______.

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The answer of In medieval times, herbal preparations were often...

Question 5

_______ abortion is the intentional termination of a pregnancy for non-medical reasons.

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A)   Spontaneous
B)   Elective
C)   Therapeutic
D)   D&G
E)   CouvageF) All of the above
G) A) and E)

Question 6

Vitamin A is of particular interest to contraceptive technology because

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A)   it is essential for normal ovarian function.
B)   it is necessary for vision and while this is not only our dominant sense, it is also essential for sexual arousal in most men.
C)   sperm cannot swim without vitamin A in semen.
D)   it is an important component of embryonic development.
E)   sperm production cannot occur without it.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 7

In the early 20th century, unwanted pregnancies were largely a function of

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A)   the high cost of contraceptives.
B)   the lack of availability of contraceptives.
C)   the failure to use contraceptives properly.
D)   the prevalence of sexual intercourse outside of marriage.
E)   cavalier attitudes toward sexuality.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 8

Progestin-only pills work mainly by

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A)   suppressing ovulation.
B)   thickening cervical mucus.
C)   preventing implantation.
D)   inflaming the oviducts slightly.
E)   decreasing a woman's interest in sex.F) None of the above
G) B) and D)

Question 9

The oral contraceptive pill takes advantage of knowledge about

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A)   the hormonal control of ovulation.
B)   the hormonal control of spermatogenesis.
C)   the chemical composition of the vaginal environment.
D)   the chemical composition of semen.
E)   behavioral patterns of women.F) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 10

China's "one-child" policy was implemented to limit _______.

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The answer of China's "one-child" policy was implemented to limit...

Question 11

Oral sex, mutual masturbation, and body exploration as a substitute for coitus are called

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A)   foreplay.
B)   outercourse.
C)   intercourse.
D)   afterplay.
E)   effleurage.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 12

Survey the variety of hormone-based non-oral contraceptives that are available, including reliability, advantages, and disadvantages.

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There are several hormone-based non-oral...

Question 13

Developing countries like China and India hope to foster economic development and control demand on limited resources by

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A)   limiting population growth.
B)   stimulating population growth.
C)   encouraging fetal sex selection.
D)   allowing only the wealthy to reproduce.
E)   limiting access to contraceptive and abortion services.F) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 14

What is the difference between combination and progestin-only pills? How do these categories of contraceptive pills differ from each other in terms of advantages and disadvantages?

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Combination pills contain both estrogen ...

Question 15

An IUD may be inserted through the vagina and cervix into the _______.

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The answer of An IUD may be inserted through the...

Question 16

Progestin-only contraceptive pills contain _______ levels of progestins than are found in combination pills, and work primarily by _______.

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A)   higher; inhibiting hypothalamic hormones
B)   higher; inhibiting estrogen production
C)   lower; inhibiting hypothalamic hormones
D)   lower; inhibiting estrogen production
E)   lower; thickening cervical mucusF) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 17

Which of the following statements about abortion is true?

Accepted Answer

A)   The majority of abortion recipients were using some kind of contraception when they became pregnant.
B)   Most abortions are performed for medical reasons.
C)   The legality of abortion is determined on a state-by-state basis.
D)   Having an abortion increases the risk of breast cancer later in life.
E)   There is strong evidence that the majority of women who have abortions suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder.F) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 18

Due to elevated health risks, women over the age of _______ and who _______ are advised not to use combination pills.

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A)   18; smoke
B)   21; smoke
C)   35; drink
D)   21; drink
E)   35; smokeF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 19

The medical abortion drug mifepristone acts by _______ progesterone receptors and thus directly causing the _______ to break down.

Accepted Answer

A)   blocking; endometrium
B)   activating; endometrium
C)   blocking; embryo
D)   activating; fetus
E)   activating; embryoF) None of the above
G) C) and E)

Question 20

Clinical trials in China have demonstrated that administration of testosterone is an effective hormonal contraceptive for men. The testosterone most likely works by

Accepted Answer

A)   blocking androgen receptors.
B)   feedback inhibition of LH and FSH.
C)   stimulating hypothalamic GnRH.
D)   reducing libido.
E)   stimulating progesterone receptors.F) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Exam 12: Contraception and Abortion

Which of the following is most likely to decrease the number of abortions performed in the United States?

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Progestin-only contraceptive pills contain _______ levels of progestins than are found in combination pills, and work primarily by _______.

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_______ abortion is the intentional termination of a pregnancy for non-medical reasons.

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By removing a section of the vas deferens, a vasectomy prevents pregnancy by

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The oral contraceptive pill takes advantage of knowledge about

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Vitamin A is of particular interest to contraceptive technology because

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An IUD may be inserted through the vagina and cervix into the _______.

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China's "one-child" policy was implemented to limit _______.

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Survey the variety of hormone-based non-oral contraceptives that are available, including reliability, advantages, and disadvantages.

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Clinical trials in China have demonstrated that administration of testosterone is an effective hormonal contraceptive for men. The testosterone most likely works by

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Due to elevated health risks, women over the age of _______ and who _______ are advised not to use combination pills.

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In medieval times, herbal preparations were often used for the purpose of _______.

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Briefly describe some of the research in progress dedicated to new contraceptive methods.

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The medical abortion drug mifepristone acts by _______ progesterone receptors and thus directly causing the _______ to break down.

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Developing countries like China and India hope to foster economic development and control demand on limited resources by

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